Author Archives: Deacon Bob

About Deacon Bob

Moderator: Deacon Bob Yerhot of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota.

White House petitioned to label Catholic Church a ‘hate group’ :: Catholic News Agency (CNA)

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

I just read this article from the Catholic News Agency about a petition that is collecting signatures trying to get the White House to designate the Catholic Church as a “hate group” for its views on marriage. This is an … Continue reading →

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You Want to Have a Good Chuckle Today? Take a Look!

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

I have to pass this one on to all of you. It’ll bring a smile (if not more) to your life today! Log on and see:  http://youtu.be/4gSOnnv2I64

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Epiphany: A Light Has Shone to the Whole World!

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

The Osservatore Romano, the newspaper of the Holy See had a short article today on the Epiphany. Worth your time to read. I am presenting the original Italian text, with my English translation below it. Happy Epiphany, everyone!! Oggi è … Continue reading →

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Holy Father’s Epiphany Homily

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is the full text of the Holy Father’s homily today for the Solemnity of the Epiphany. The English translation is the official one from the Press Office. Dear Brothers and Sisters, For the Church which believes and prays, the … Continue reading →

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Rebuttals to arguments for same-sex marriage

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Deacon Bob

I can’t say this better than what has been said here in this article in the Our Sunday Visitor. It is written by Brandon Voigt. He does an excellenct job cogently explaining why same-sex relationships are not and cannot be … Continue reading →

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Deacon Bob

“We do well to remember how very short, after all, it is till our suffering — and our time of merit too — will be over.” — Venerable Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Deacon Bob

“Direct your soul to the splendor of Christ’s glory.” — St. Clare of Assisi

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Quote for the Day

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Deacon Bob

“Highest, all powerful, good Lord, yours is the praise, the glory and the honor, and every blessing. They belong to you alone, Most High, and no one is worthy to speak your name.” — St. Francis of Assisi

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The deacon: Servant of the New Evangelization

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Deacon Bob

I will be conducting a retreat for the diaconal community of the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin in February centered on the New Evangelization and the Transmission of the Faith. Please pray as I prepare. With that in my mind … Continue reading →

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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God and the World Day of Peace

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Deacon Bob

Here is the Holy Father’s homily for the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God. As you know, this day is also dedicated to world peace. I truly pray for peace in our communities, families, and among our nations. I … Continue reading →

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Take a Look at This…..

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Whoever you may be, whatever age you may be, read this article in the New York Times. It tells the tale of love and human life. You won’t regret the time you spend on reading it. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/12/24/laws-of-physics-cant-trump-the-bonds-of-love/?smid=pl-share

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No, Prayers, You’re Not Crazy

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Deacon Bob

CNN in its religion blog today has an interesting article written by T.M. Luhrmann on prayer and the common experience of hearing God speak to those who are well disciplined in prayer. While it certainly is true that most of … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts at the End of the Year

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Deacon Bob

It has been a long while since I sat down and posted my own thoughts. Life has been very busy and the demands of family, employers and church have been significant. I can’t help but reflect on the past year … Continue reading →

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Did You Know….?

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Deacon Bob

The Vatican Radio has reported that in this past year 105 thousand Christians have been killed for their faith in various parts of the world. One hundred five thousand martyrs. I’ll bet you didn’t know that. It could happen here … Continue reading →

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Icons, Steve Jobs, and the Noetic Aspect of Human Understanding

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Deacon Bob

Iconagrapher Lynette Hull talks in the video below of the Icon as a means of knowing that is direct and not filtered through the rational. She speaks of the noetic aspect of human understanding that is experienced via what the Eastern Churches … Continue reading →

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